Moving from Phoenix, AZ to Salt Lake City, UT
Straight-line distance: 498 miles.
| Home size | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1-bedroom | $926 – $1,450 |
| 2-3 bedroom | $2,401 – $3,717 |
| 4+ bedroom house | $4,215 – $6,497 |
Estimates based on typical per-mile and per-room moving-industry rates; actual quotes vary by mover, season, and access. Not a quote from any specific company.
How Salt Lake City compares to Phoenix
Phoenix's typical home is worth $340,200, 26% lower than the typical home in Salt Lake City at $458,600.
On median household income, Phoenix posts $72,092 while Salt Lake City posts $72,357.
Typical rent runs $1,322 in Phoenix and $1,254 in Salt Lake City.
Phoenix carries a higher hazard rating than Salt Lake City, per FEMA — Very High versus Relatively High.
There's no single winner on housing costs — Phoenix, AZ is cheaper by home value, Salt Lake City, UT is cheaper by rent.
| Metric | Phoenix, AZ | Salt Lake City, UT |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,609,456 | 201,269 |
| Median home value | $340,200 | $458,600 |
| Median household income | $72,092 | $72,357 |
| Median gross rent | $1,322 | $1,254 |
| Climate risk (FEMA) | Very High | Relatively High |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.